Job Details

Technical Advisor -Civil Engineer Rail
Kellogg, Brown & Root
Houston, TX

Salary: DOE
Closing Date: Open until filled.

Description:
This position is responsible for the study, design, specification and services. Under broad direction, functions as a technical specialist who makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and have a far reaching impact on extensive engineering and related activities of the company. Negotiates critical and controversial issues with top-level engineers and officers of other organizations and companies, performs advisory and consulting work for the organization as a recognized authority for broad program areas or in an intensely specialized area.

Work independently to complete the planning, design, and execution of projects that meet or exceed client expectations, are within the agreed budget, and are delivered on or ahead of schedule and with a minimal risk to the health and safety of people and the environment
Manage design and or verification
Demonstrating strong understanding of client needs and achieve a high level of satisfaction
Proactively provide direction, mentoring and support to bid teams and project staff
Supervise project staff and review deliverables to ensure compliance with technical and quality assurance standards
Assist the Sales leader to develop business opportunities to win work
Monitor costs on an ongoing basis and do not allow them to exceed the predetermined and approved budget costs
Develop and maintain client relationships and industry knowledge
Prepare technically sound, well written and easily understood proposals and reports

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is essential
15 years railway experience including design and practical experience in an operating environment (either maintenance or construction)
Strong technical design ability specifically permanent way
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Previous experience with a senior role
Previous Project Management/Supervision experience
Strong working knowledge of commercial arrangements and relationships
Strong practical knowledge of and commitment to health and safety in a railway operating environment
Requires capacity to work harmoniously with other employees using fundamental interpersonal skills required of the work setting

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Posted: March 4, 2010